Facts of the Case: Martinez is accused of murdering his wife, a mother of four, on Christmas Eve 2003 by strangling her in her home. The defendant is accused of being physically abusive and controlling and the victim wanted out of the relationship. Her children heard arguing between the defendant and the victim from a locked bathroom. The victim's 10-year-old son saw his mother being strangled and found her dead in the family bathroom. Martinez is accused of abruptly leaving with his brother after the crime.

Circumstances of Disappearance/Last Seen: Defendant’s brother, Jaime Martinez Escobar, has been charged with helping Martinez escape after knowing Martinez committed the murder. The Martinez brothers are believed to be in Mexico.

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